In 2019 alone, 126 people were killed in vehicles at railroad crossings, according to data from the Federal Railroad Administration. Of the fatal collisions that year, 94 occurred after the driver went around lowered crossing gate arms, which is a 10-year high. In fact, from 2015-2019, there were 1,589 drivers who drove around a lowered […]
Sometimes we may feel like chauffeurs. Driving from one side of town to the other, dropping off at day cares and schools, picking up from dance or karate class. Transporting our children to their destinations is an important task. After all, they’re our most precious cargo. We want to remind parents and caregivers that children […]
You’re running errands, bringing in groceries, heading back in the house to grab something—whatever the reason, you’ve left your car unlocked. Maybe you left a set of spare keys in the glove compartment as a backup. I get it, you’re busy and you shouldn’t have to lock your vehicle because it’s on your property. It’s […]
No part of the Lexington County community is immune to crime. But when it comes to keeping your family and your neighborhood safe, there are steps you can take to help us fulfill our vision to make Lexington County a safer place. · Know where your children are. Have your children tell you or ask permission before […]
